kuchukia
koo-choo-KEE-ah
How to say it
Swahilikuchukiakoo-choo-KEE-ah
Englishto hate, to dislike
Frenchdétester, haïr
Meaning
To feel strong dislike or anger towards someone or something; also to be displeased or annoyed.
Good to know
It takes an object: kuchukia uongo, to hate lies. Chuki is hatred; kuchukiza is to annoy or disgust. The opposite is kupenda.
Examples
- Nachukia watu wanaosema uongo.I hate people who tell lies.
- Usimchukie mtu kwa sababu ya dini yake.Do not hate a person because of his religion.
- Mama alichukia tabia ya mwanawe.Mother was displeased with her son’s behavior.
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